How the surreal 'Dali Atomicus' was captured

The 1948 photograph ‘Dali Atomicus’ is one of most surreal and famous images ever captured. But how did photographer Philippe Halsman and Salvador Dali achieve this photographic feat? This is the story of how they captured the incredible.

Made with thanks to the Philippe Halsman Archive and Magnum Photos.

Video by Howard Timberlake

10 December 2024